We exist to promote, support and produce performing arts projects in our communities. In everything we do, we have just two rules. Anything’s possible. And everyone’s invited.
This 50–60-minute dusk parade show brought together two of Europe’s most in-demand outdoor arts companies fresh from their success at Inside Out Dorset Festival: Dundu from Germany and the north of England’s Worldbeaters Drummers. The parade started at Midsummer Place, winding for one mile down Midsummer Avenue to the Hub, and then onto to Milton […]
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With more than 27,500 visitors in five stunning outdoor locations across the county, Inside Out Dorset has demonstrated just how much we have missed getting together and sharing cultural experiences. The biennial international arts festival, delayed from 2020 because of the pandemic, returned last month with a rich and varied programme of free to attend […]
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Milton Keynes welcomes Dundu and Worldbeaters. Thousands were captivated by the sensational collaborative performance Sense of Unity as part of Inside Out Dorset 2021. Fresh from the success of their processions in Weymouth, German puppeteers Dundu and the north of England’s Worldbeaters are heading to Milton Keynes City of Light Festival. Speaking to the Dorset […]
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The biennial international arts festival produced by Activate will bring together different communities from across Weymouth and Portland to make puppets. INSIDE OUT DORSETFriday 17 – Sunday 26 September Moors Valley Country Park and Forest Poole Old Town & Quay Christchurch Symondsbury Estate, Bridport Weymouth FREE For the festival’s final weekend on 24 and 25 […]
ReadWe focus on bringing people together and creating opportunities. At the heart of what we do is a belief that performing arts should be accessible for all – no matter what your experience or background. We believe that diversity of thought, belief or background can enrich experiences for us all.
We believe in creating moments that touch hearts and minds – and you can help us do that. Each year Activate offers thousands of people the chance to experience high quality performing arts. Whilst we receive core funding from Arts Council England, Dorset Council and BCP Council, as a charity we also rely on donations.
